This is the latest “under construction” map produced by Metro. As you can see, there are five rail projects shown that aren’t on the usual day-to-day rail map: the second phase of the Expo Line, the Gold Line Foothill Extension, the Crenshaw/LAX Line, the Regional Connector and Purple Line Extension [continue reading]
Now that Metrolink riders have their new TAP-enabled tickets, they should have no problems getting through the Metro fare gates. Just to make sure everything goes smoothly though, a few quick tips. Don’t fold or bend the antennae embedded in the ticket. This could damage the antennae and prevent it [continue reading]
Photo by Expo Line Fan, via submission The station platform begins to take shape at Olympic/26th Street in Santa Monica; this is the platform that will be adjacent to Bergamot Station. For more construction photos, check out Expo Line Fan’s photo page.
Here is a look at some of the transportation headlines gathered by us and the Metro Library. The full list of headlines is posted on the Library’s Headlines blog, which you can also access via email subscription or RSS feed. Reminder: the Library is switching over to a new format [continue reading]
Terrible news. Here is the statement from Metro: Metro is saddened to learn of the passing of one of our family members this morning as a result of a horrific accident in downtown Los Angeles. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bus operator’s family and friends during this difficult [continue reading]
The summer party of Chinatown returns this Saturday with live music, food trucks, cultural workshops and more. Open to all ages and free to the public, the Chinatown Summer Nights starts at 5 p.m. and rocks until midnight. Metro’s late-night weekend service means you can stay until close. Go Metro [continue reading]
Long days and warm nights are what summers are all about, and what better way to enjoy the season than at Grand Park? Cool off at the splash pad and enjoy live music, outdoor movie screenings, kids’ activities and more at events taking place at the park throughout the summer. [continue reading]
The game of summer is finally in full swing, and June is the perfect month to see the Los Angeles Dodgers bring the heat at Dodger Stadium. As America’s favorite pastime, everyone can enjoy attending the game while indulging in some peanuts and Cracker Jacks, singing “Take Me Out to [continue reading]
Another milestone today for the Purple Line Extension as Metro has officially invited construction firms to submit proposals to build the 3.9-mile first segment of the Purple Line Extension subway between Wilshire/Western and Wilshire/La Cienega. The proposals are due on Dec. 19 from the four firms that Metro deemed qualified in [continue reading]
Welcome to Twitter Tuesday, our roundup of the latest Metro related tweets. To get our attention, add the #MetroLosAngeles tag to your tweets and subscribe to our feed if you haven’t already. For specific complaints and customer service, please use the Customer Comment Form on metro.net. http://storify.com/metrolosangeles/metrolosangeles-twitter-tuesday-june-11-edition
